How to Change the Battery in Your Nissan Key Fobs

Nissan key fobs let drivers to lock and unlock their vehicles from far away, as well in allowing them to start up whenever needed. Our certified technicians and specialists in parts will assist you if are looking to purchase a brand new Nissan smart key or are having issues with your existing one.

Keyless Entry

Keyless entry is an excellent feature that allows you to lock and unlock your nissan juke key replacement vehicle at the touch of the button. It also can enable you to start your car from a distance without the need to insert keys into the ignition. However, this system is dependent on a battery to function. When the battery is dead and it is no longer functional, you will be in a position where you are unable to use your key fob. You may even find yourself locked out of your own vehicle. This is the reason you need be aware of how to change the battery in your Nissan key fob as fast as you can.

To begin, switch off your vehicle and open the door that holds the key fob. Flip the key fob upside down and look for the small release latch. After you have pressed the release latch, you are able to begin to remove the cover. It will be apparent that the key fob contains numerous wires. These wires are used for communication with the onboard computer of your vehicle. You should be able locate the wires and follow the steps in the owner's manual to establish the connection. After you've completed the connection the key fob is able to be put back together.

It may seem impossible to change the battery in your keyfob, but it's not as difficult as you imagine. Follow these simple steps to complete this task in a matter of minutes.

Remote Start

Your key fob can do much more than just lock your car doors. It can also remotely start your car, open the windows, activate multiple driver profiles, and much more. It's important that you know how to use the device and to replace the battery if needed.

Our Service Center may be able to upgrade your Nissan to have remote start. This gives you the ability to start your car from afar and keep warm in the winter. You can even add a smartphone app for additional convenience.

To use the Nissan's remote-start feature, first ensure that your Smart Key is in range. You'll need to confirm that your car is turned off and the key is not in the ignition. When you're ready to go you can press the keychain button on your fob. You'll notice the car's hazard lights flash to indicate that your key fob is successfully programmed and connected to your Nissan.

If you're unable to connect your Nissan key fob, try retracing your steps. You'll want to make sure that your key fob didn't get lost somewhere along the way. If you can't find it then ask a trusted friend to help. They might be able to find it in a strange dark and dark space, such as a crack between couch cushion or under the counter.

Lockout Protection

Certain models of Intelligent Key will not lock your trunk or car when you lock your keyfob inside. It uses a technology called location recognition to determine if the Intelligent Key is in the trunk or the cabin. If the key is found and you hear an alarm and feel a thump on your fob to notify you that you've accidentally hid it in the vehicle.

Verify if the key fob is suddenly acting strangely. It could be blocked by something. Also, ensure that there are no wireless devices within just a few feet of the key fob. Items like wireless security systems could interfere with the key fob's signal and result in it not functioning properly.

You can use a wire coathanger or a similar tool to slide beneath the door or trunk to remove the key fob off the car. This may take some trial and error.

Test your Intelligent Key Fob with the doors closed. You should stand a few steps away from your Nissan and click the buttons on the fob. If the light flashes, and the horn sounds, you have successfully programmed your Intelligent Key fob. If not, contact Speck Nissan and speak to a member our team.

Remote Lockout

It's not common for remotes for car keys to stop working due to one reason or another. Fortunately, Nissan key fob the majority of the time, it's just an issue with the battery and you can fix it yourself. You can also try to reset the system by pressing your lock or unlock button a few times in succession. You might hear a chime depending on your vehicle, when you have successfully reset your system. There are also automakers that provide a service that you can call (like GM's longstanding OnStar for a variety of its vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Mbrace, or Hyundai Blue Link) which will send a technician to help you out.

Some smart features of your Nissan Intelligent Key fob can keep you from being locked out. For instance, your car's sensor system can tell if your fob remains inside the trunk or in the cabin of your car. It will send a sound and an audio alarm to your fob in order to let you know you left it inside the car.

Some models come with an actual blade of a key that can be used in the event that the fob's battery is damaged or goes off the rails. You can unlock a secret key on the Rogue by flipping the release button on the back. You must be within the range of the sensor on your Nissan vehicle for this to work. This method is more complex than just turning on the ignition but it can help you save time and frustration.